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DAS 397W

1981 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,670 mi
Last recorded16,670 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAS 397W
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,670 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 16,633 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

n/s rear shocker upper bush split

stop lamp does not work from rear control

Pass 15 Apr 2014 16,435 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 16,232 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 16,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,740 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 14,540 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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DAS 397W is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DAS 397W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DAS 397W registered?

DAS 397W is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 15 July 1981.

Is DAS 397W safe to buy?

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